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07 Wheels and tires
Changing a wheel
07
299
CAUTION
The towing eyelet must be screwed into the
lug wrench as far as possible.
6. With the vehicle still on the ground, use the
lug wrench/towing eyelet to loosen the
wheel nuts ½ – 1 turn by exerting down-
ward (counterclockwise) pressure.
G017465
Jack attachment points
7. There are two jack attachment points on
each side of the vehicle. Position the jack
correctly in the attachment (see the illus-
tration) and crank while simultaneously
guiding the base of the jack to the ground.
The base of the jack must be flat on a level,
firm, non-slippery surface. Before raising
the vehicle, check that the jack is still cor-
rectly positioned in the attachment.
8. Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be
changed is lifted off the ground.
9. Unscrew the wheel nuts completely and
remove the wheel.
WARNING
•The jack must correctly engage the jack
attachment.
•Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-
slippery surface.
•Never allow any part of your body to be
extended under a vehicle supported by
a jack.
•Use the jack intended for the vehicle
when changing a tire. For any other job,
use stands to support the vehicle.
•Apply the parking brake and put the
gear selector in the Park (P) position.
•Block the wheels standing on the
ground, use rigid wooden blocks or
large stones.
•The jack should be kept well-greased
and clean, and should not be damaged.
•No objects should be placed between
the base of jack and the ground, or
between the jack and the attachment
bar on the vehicle.
Re-installing the wheel1. Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel
and hub.
2. Lift the wheel and place it on the hub.
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08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
316
Low beam, Halogen
G021746
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 314).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 315).
3. Unplug the connector from the bulb.
4. Remove the bulb by pressing the holder
downward.
5. Press the new bulb into the socket until it
snaps into place. It can only be secured in
one position.
6. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
High beam, Halogen
G021747
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 314).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 315).
3. Remove the bulb by turning it counter-
clockwise and pulling it straight out.
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Press the new bulb into the socket and turn
it clockwise to put it in place. It can only be
secured in one position.
6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight
housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
Extra high beam2
G021748
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 314).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 315).
3. Remove the bulb by pressing the holder
downward.
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb in the connector until it
snaps in place. It can only be inserted in
one way.
6. Return the bulb holder into position in the
headlight housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
2Models with optional Active Bending Lights only.
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08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
318
Front fog lights
G021753
1. Remove the cover by pressing in the clips
and pulling straight out.
2. Unscrew the fog light housing screw and
pull it out.3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and
remove it.
4. Install a new bulb by turning clockwise.
5. Press the bulb into the holder. (The profile
of the bulb holder corresponds to the pro-
file of the foot of the bulb.)
6.
Reinstall the bulb holder. The TOP mark on
the bulb holder must always be upward.
7. Put the cover back into place.
Taillight housing
G021755
Taillight lens, right side
Parking lights (LED)
Turn signals
Side marker lights (LED)
Brake lights
Rear fog lights (driver's side only)
Backup light
G021754
The bulbs in the taillight cluster are replaced
from inside the trunk (not the LED functions).
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 314.
1. Remove the covers in the left/right panel to
access the bulbs. The bulbs are located in
separate bulb holders.
2. Press the catches together and pull out the
bulb holder.
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10 Index
10
357
general information............................. 116
warning light......................................... 76
Bulbs
headlights...........................314, 315, 316
introduction......................................... 314
license plate lights.............................. 319
side marker lights...............................317
specifications...................................... 320
trunk lighting....................................... 319
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 185
Capacity weight....................................... 287
Catalytic converter................................... 265
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 229
Cell phone voice control.......................... 237
Central locking system, introduction......... 52
Chains...................................................... 290
Check engine light..................................... 74
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 38
Child restraint systems.............................. 39
booster cushions.................................. 45
convertible seats.................................. 43infant seats........................................... 41
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 46
top tether anchors................................ 47
Child safety................................................ 36
booster cushions.................................. 45
child restraint systems.......................... 39
convertible seats.................................. 43
infant seats........................................... 41
Child safety locks...................................... 48
City Safety™............................................ 162
Climate system........................................ 139
air distribution............................. 134, 140
air vents.............................................. 135
Interior Air Quality System.................. 134
introduction......................................... 133
passenger compartment filter............ 134
refrigerant........................................... 133
Clock, setting............................................. 78
Cold weather driving................................ 260
Collision warning system.................167, 168
Compass in rearview mirror..................... 103
Conserving electrical current................... 259
Controls, center console.......................... 252
Convertible seats....................................... 43
Coolant............................................312, 349Cooling system, general information....... 259
Courtesy lighting........................................ 94
Crash mode............................................... 35
Cruise control..................................147, 148
adaptive.............................................. 149
Curb weight............................................. 287
Current, conserving................................. 259
D
Defroster.................................................. 139
Detachable key blade..........................57, 59
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag....................................................... 26, 27
Dome lighting............................................. 94
Door mirrors............................................. 101
Driver alert............................................... 175
Driver distraction warning.......................... 13
Driving economically................................ 258
Driving in cold weather............................ 260
Driving through water..............................259
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